Three days after their engagement, the couple had their protocol briefing...
At first, the couple could still smile at the protocol's stiffness -they believe it was still possible and doable. Alik has no problem supporting Elisha as he remains in the background. Even with the state representations imposed on him, he wouldn't have a problem complying.
The protocol, like not walking beside the Queen during events, was alright with him as well. Even if they would limit his POWER was alright with him. They would limit his power on the task he would choose. The throne would completely overshadow him. His voice was nothing next to the Queen. Alik was willing to support Elisha to that extent.
However, towards the middle of the briefing, a more sensitive matter was raised, which directly impact
